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Is my roof repair a "Do-It-Yourself" type project?
Posted on 13 April, 2014 at 12:19 |
Even
the most avid do-it-yourselfers can be intimidated when it comes to
roof repair issues. And for lots of good reasons! Our roofs are key in
protecting every investment contained beneath them. When it fails, the repair
cost can be multiplied many times over. Even
so, I've been called out to look at many problems where the solution
was such an easy fix that I felt it my obligation to instruct the
homeowner on how they could do it themselves, saving the labor cost-
which is often many times that of materials. Some will happily accept
the advice while most feel much more comfortable paying for the "expert"
to do it- along with the written warranty I always provide. [Like most
good businessmen, I'd much rather lose a momentary sale to gain a
customer for life]. That lack of a warranty
is just one of many drawbacks when tackling the repair yourself. In this
article, I'll compare the risks and benefits, as well as giving you
some How-To advice for those brave souls willing to take on the
challenge. HEIGHTS: The most obvious
risk of course, is knowing you'll be working 10-20' above the solid
ground. As I've found, fear of heights can affect anyone. Just within
the past 2 weeks, I had a middle aged female customer walking an entire
roof with me totally unafraid, an 82yr old customer climb onto a 2nd story roof with no
trepidation at all, while another customer- A healthy 30yr old man- told
me he absolutely doesn't do ladders! I myself have never suffered from
that fear. But over the years, I've gained a healthy respect for the
dangers of working at those heights. When I was young, I fell completely
through a soft spot on a flat roof, landing on the concrete floor
below. No broken bones but sprains and bruises galore. A few years
later, I witnessed a co-worker fall onto a pool deck and shatter his hip
and femur. He's been on permanent disability since. Then about 7yrs ago, I had a
ladder slip below me as it began to rain. I fell 10' flat on my back and
fractured my femur. I was fortunate as it healed swiftly and
completely. So even if you have no fear of heights, you must always
maintain a very healthy respect for it. DETERMINING DIY: It
goes without saying that some roof problems and solutions are so
apparent, it doesn't take an expert to see them. Examples are: Blown off
or damaged roof shingles; Broken and cracked tiles; Obvious holes and
cracks on flat roof surfaces. Even if the problem isn't quite as obvious
to you, it may be to one who's experienced it numerous times. It never
hurts to ask a trusted professional if you suspect there may be a simple
solution to your particular roof problem. I
should also caution that there are many times when unexpected surprises
turn up once you get into the project. Damaged underlayment or plywood
is often hidden beneath the surface and will need to be replaced once
its discovered. I recently did a shingle repair around a chimney and
discovered a huge gap behind the shingles that needed to be filled in
with wood and new flashing. Those surprises are quite common so be prepared for the unexpected. MATERIALS: Another
problem you'll face when attempting the repair yourself is finding the
correct materials for your particular situation. There are several
places you can go to seek advice regarding which is best for you. However, I'd steer clear of seeking it from my neighborhood
do-it-yourself store. Quite often the employees are biased towards the
materials their store carries- not always the best- yet actually have no first-hand knowledge
of its application and durability. On the other hand, material yards
that deal specifically in roofing products (RWC, ABC, Allied, etc), usually carry a wide
assortment of professional brands and most of their sales people are
trained first hand on their products' use. They are also usually very
eager to share that knowledge even with the average homeowner. My only
advice there is to try and get there (or call) during their least busy
hours, usually late morning to mid-afternoon, especially Tuesday thru
Thursday. EXPERTISE: As I
mentioned at the outset, I have no problem advising a customer on
remedies, especially if I feel that no real expertise is required for
their situation. But their are many other sources these days anyone can
utilize in fixing a problem yourself, especially online. While I have been known to make
fun a time or two of "This Old House" type TV shows, they do have
several excellent advice columns on their website regarding some of
these projects. Whether its step by step shingle repair instructions: http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/article/0,,219567,00.html Or a Q & A of some of the most common roof problems: http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20690923,00.html Also
mentioned in the previous section, salesmen at roof materials yards are
a great source of information on DIY repairs. Depending on the problem,
they may even have written instructions and diagrams they can share.
Plus, some of the roof product manufacturers have those instructions on
their websites for all to see as well. Sifting through them can be a
tedious task but I'd strongly urge anyone to fully familiarize yourself
with the process before attempting such repairs. Roof shingle
manufacturers even list detailed installation instructions on every
bundle of shingles they sale! If you're ambitious enough to handle a
complete re-shingle project yourself, I strongly advise you to read and
understand those instructions completely before you begin. WARRANTIES: One
of the biggest mental hurdles in repairing a roof problem yourself is
the idea of possibly not getting it right the first time, then having to
do it over again if the leak persists. This is especially a valid
concern on certain roofs, particularly flat or tile. It even happens to the best of us occasionally. I've
discussed in previous articles how many roof companies will not warranty
these repairs, for this reason primarily. However, there are other legitimate contractors like
myself who have no problem offering such warranties, even on difficult
situations. Doing it yourself means of course, you need to be prepared
to RE-do it yourself if need be. That can be very discomforting
especially when you live in an area like mine, where a good rain test can be months
away- when you may be many miles away. Even if you are intent on taking on
your roof repair as a Do-it-Yourself project and want a professional's
advice on the right approach, myself and other professionals would be willing to spend a few minutes to
do just that, when we can spare the time. Believe me, I'm very much aware of
the value of saving whenever and wherever possible. All I ask is
that you please, please be realistic and aware of your own limitations. |
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